The Horsham Museum & Art Gallery’s “Cabinet of Curiosity” exhibition features unique artifacts, explores museum origins, and invites community contributions until May 9, showcasing personal memories and unusual collections.
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Friends’ next talk – history of the Crystal Palace
The Crystal Palace, originally designed for the 1851 Great Exhibition, will be discussed by lecturer Ian Gledhill on February 25, 2026, highlighting its history and tragic destruction in 1936.
Celebrating the Horsham Bonfire Boys
Many people will be taking part in Bonfire Night tonight (or on other nights), watching colourful fireworks light up the night sky at various organised and private events. However, imagine Horsham’s streets full of people watching a large procession of folk dressed in all manner of costumes, accompanied by carts containing flaming cauldrons and fireworksContinueContinue reading “Celebrating the Horsham Bonfire Boys”
Friends’ next talk – personal perspective of Hilaire Belloc
Our next event is on Wednesday November 12 at 2pm in the Lounge at the Cornerstone Methodist Church, London Road, Horsham. Come and meet Chris Hare, a noted Sussex historian and academic who will explain how Hilaire Belloc affected his personal journey through challenging times. Hilaire Belloc and Chris Hare (inset). Belloc spent his boyhoodContinueContinue reading “Friends’ next talk – personal perspective of Hilaire Belloc”
Guides’ night at the Museum!
The movie franchise ‘Night at the Museum’ became reality for 2nd Broadbridge Heath Guides recently when they spent a night at Horsham Museum & Art Gallery. Luckily none of the artefacts came to life and everyone had a fun time. Below is a report from the Guides by Sharon Newman. ‘Whilst on a monopoly typeContinueContinue reading “Guides’ night at the Museum!”
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